Saudi Arabia says intercepted drone attack targeting oil field

BSS
Published On: 09 Mar 2026, 10:28

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, March 9, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The Saudi defence ministry said Monday it had thwarted a drone attack targeting an oil field in the kingdom's east, near the Emirati border.

"Four drones heading towards the Shaybah oil field were intercepted and destroyed," a defence ministry statement said.

 

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